Spinulum annotinum
Spinulum annotinum · Lycopodiaceae
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Ideal time to plant spinulum annotinum: set it out when the soil is neither frozen nor waterlogged, and water generously as it establishes.
ID card
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Plant type
- Clubmoss (pteridophyte)
- Adult size
- 15 to 30 cm in height
- Growth
- Very slow
- Hardiness
- Very hardy (cold zones)
- Origin
- Boreal and cold temperate regions of Eurasia and North America
- Soil type
- Acidic, well-draining, rich in organic matter
Care
Light
Place your clubmoss in partial shade or dappled light. These plants thrive in shaded forest environments and tolerate direct, prolonged sun exposure poorly, particularly in warm climates.
Watering
Keep the substrate consistently moist but not waterlogged. Clubmoss prefers environments with high humidity. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce slightly in winter.
Soil and substrate
Use acidic potting mix rich in peat or pine bark, well-draining. These plants appreciate naturally acidic soils and organic matter that reproduces their original forest conditions.
Fertilizer
Fertilizer is generally unnecessary if your substrate is quality. A very light application of diluted organic fertilizer at the start of the season can support growth, but stay moderate given this species' very slow growth rate.
Pruning and cleaning
No pruning is required. Simply remove any damaged or dead parts. The clubmoss's natural structure should be respected to preserve its aesthetic appeal.
Diseases and pests
This plant is generally very hardy and rarely susceptible to disease. Avoid stagnant excess moisture which could promote rot. Occasionally check for spider mites in very dry environments.
Did you know?
Clubmoss is one of the oldest types of living terrestrial plants, with ancestors dating back over 400 million years. Unlike true ferns, clubmosses reproduce through spores carried in sporangia grouped in spikes. Additionally, certain clubmoss species were once collected en masse for their spore powder (lycopodium), used in theatrical powder and pyrotechnics.
Where to buy it
Plant in spring or early autumn, avoiding spells of intense heat. Pick a plant with healthy foliage and roots that are not exposed. Best time: March, April, May, September.
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